Health and Wellness
Northern Nevada Medical Center
Website: Northern Nevada Medical Center
Services: Offers a full range of medical services, including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, and rehabilitation.
Washoe County Health District
Website: Washoe County Health District
Services: Public health services including immunizations, disease prevention, and health education.
Housing and Homelessness
Reno Housing Authority
Website: Reno Housing Authority
Services: Provides affordable housing options, public housing programs, and housing assistance for low-income families and individuals.
Volunteers of America Northern Nevada
Website: Volunteers of America Northern Nevada
Services: Offers shelter, transitional housing, and support services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Food and Nutrition
Food Bank of Northern Nevada
Website: Food Bank of Northern Nevada
Services: Distributes food to individuals and families in need through a network of partner agencies, mobile pantries, and direct services.
The Salvation Army Reno Corps
Website: The Salvation Army Reno Corps
Services: Offers food assistance programs, emergency food boxes, and community meals.
NV ENERGY
NV ENERGY
NV Energy is a public utility which generates, transmits and distributes electric service in northern and southern Nevada, including the Las Vegas Valley, and provides natural gas service in the Reno–Sparks metropolitan area of northern Nevada.
In Case of Emergency. If you feel the situation is urgent (i.e. you see or hear arcing or sparking, or observe downed power lines), call:
Tree Trimming Request
We will need your name, location/address of tree, a contact number, and whether the tree or palm is yours or your neighbor’s.
Transportation Options for Older Americans Month
Are you looking to attend Older Americans Month events but need help with transportation? Check out these options from our community partners:
RTC FlexRIDE
- Free rides for seniors 60+ on FlexRIDE vans (Sparks/Spanish Springs) until June 30, 2024.
- Cost: $1.50 for a day pass for seniors 60+ (North Valleys, Northwest Reno, South Reno starting May 2024).
- Purchase tickets via the RTC mobile Token Transit app or at local stores (9th Street Senior Center, Save Mart, WinCo, Smiths).
- Schedule rides: rtcwashoe.com/flexride or call 775-335-0035.
- For ticket purchases: Call 775-348-0477.
RTC Senior Ride/Taxi Bucks/Lyft/Uber
- $60 per month in free taxi rides for seniors 60+, veterans, or ACCESS clients (any age) in Washoe County.
- Option to use $60 for Lyft or Uber instead of taxis (does not roll over).
- Apply in person at RTC’s 4th Street Reno terminal.
- Contact: 775-348-0477 or visit rtcwashoe.com/taxi-bucks and rtcwashoe.com/lyft-uber-vouchers.
Neighbor Network of Northern Nevada (N4)
- $80 in free Lyft rides for seniors 60+ within Washoe County.
- Another $80 available for $40; for people with disabilities (any age), $40 for $80 in Lyft rides.
- Contact: 775-453-4774 or visit Home .
Access to Healthcare
- Free transportation for Medicare recipients to medical appointments, pharmacies, and groceries.
- Contact: 877-385-2345 or visit accesstohealthcare.org.
- Statewide services: Call 2-1-1 for more information.
UNR’s Sanford Center for Aging
- Free transportation for Washoe residents 60+ within 15 miles of UNR’s main campus for medical appointments, groceries, and errands.
- Note: Current wait list, volunteers needed!
- Contact: 775-784-4774 or email sanfordmobility@unr.edu.
Washoe County Health District
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC)
Website: TMCC
Services: Offers a wide range of educational programs, vocational training, and continuing education opportunities.
Northern Nevada Literacy Council
Website: Northern Nevada Literacy Council
Services: Provides adult education programs, literacy tutoring, and GED preparation.